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The sixth mind

There are six primary minds (or consciousnesses). The first five are related to the five senses, visual, auditory, etc. These draw the mind outward, distracting us from our deeper subtler minds. The sixth mind is […]

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When we become exhausted

When we become exhausted, we must rest and take a break. Pushing just makes exhaustion worse. Resting when exhausted is taking good care of ourself. It is being gentle and kind to ourself. We tend […]

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The balance between alertness and relaxation

Deeply relax while staying alert. We tend to get caught up and swept away. We become too intense, or sometimes the opposite too complacent, and give up. The Japanese have this expression for giving up, […]

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When you are meditating

Balance is the key. Too much excitement and we are distracted and jittery. Too much relaxation and we are dull and sleepy. Bring this alertness – relaxation balance into all aspects of your life. Bring […]

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Completed a 2-day meditation retreat in Tokyo

Three days ago, we completed a 2-day meditation retreat in Tokyo, meditating on compassion, wisdom, non-distraction, awareness, and walking. The subtle lasting bliss that slowly develops with regular practice is nourishing, feeling that everything is […]

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Jun. 22 Human Values Meditation Practice Group

Jun. 22, 2019 Human Values Meditation Practice Group We will learn about compassion and meditation via the latest video lecture by Dr. Barry Kerzin as well as practice meditation together. Also, we will read the […]